Highs near 100°F today and lows in the low 70s; gusty winds raise fire‑weather concerns in parts of the Valley.

The Arizona Commission on the Arts released a five‑year plan focused on access and artist sustainability as the legislature's introduced budget would leave the agency with $0.

Sweetgreen is opening a Paradise Valley location in Phoenix, its third Valley outpost in under a year, continuing the chain's quick Arizona expansion.

An Extreme Heat Warning covers Phoenix Tuesday with highs near 106°F. Call 2‑1‑1 for cooling centers.

AES's Desert Rainbow would be a roughly 5,011‑acre solar and battery project in Goodyear, producing about 550 MW and storing another 550 MW while it seeks city approvals.

United Foods International opened a 126,000-square-foot Phoenix plant last week that will process about 8 million gallons annually and is expected to add up to 100 local jobs.

Sip Fresh is ramping up in Arizona after a strong 2025, signing leases at two Valley malls and targeting Chandler Fashion Center and Westgate Tanger Outlets.

Extreme Heat Warning for Phoenix through Tuesday, May 12; highs near 108°F today. Cooling centers and 2‑1‑1 help are available.

Federal agents arrested five people in Phoenix after stash‑house searches and a Cordes Lakes traffic stop found dozens of migrants.

A Tolleson mother and stepfather face felony child-abuse and aggravated-assault charges after a 9-year-old reported being handcuffed and beaten; ADJC says it fired an employee.

Arizona Science Center debuts Art 360: A Bad Bunny Visual Album next Saturday at the Dorrance DOME, pairing 360° Puerto Rico visuals with Bad Bunny’s music.

PRESS Coffee plans an in-store cafe at Sprouts in Peoria's Lake Pleasant Towne Center, marking the roaster’s move into the West Valley.

Bullhead City police say a 23-year-old was arrested after inmate calls allegedly linked him to a home-made explosive. Officers say an explosive device and cocaine were recovered; he’s booked in Kingman.